The 2025 Royal Court of the Kentucky Derby Festival has elected its five Princesses. These five young women will compete for the title of Derby Festival Queen.
This prestigious program selects candidates who excel not only in academics but also in poise, intelligence, and community service. The Royal Court serves as official ambassadors of the festival, representing both Louisville and the Commonwealth.
Hannah Rager and Lilly Deljoo have been chosen by the selection committee to join the Royal Court. They are both students at the University of Louisville.
Rager’s Resilience
Hannah Rager, a sophomore from Bremen, Kentucky, is a double major in marketing and sports administration.